Author Topic: New Military Orders...It's been a fun 3 years, but I'll be leaving (Read 1688 times)

Ozz1967 · « **on:** September 02, 2010, 02:05:32 am »

I just received notification of my new orders. It's hard to believe I've been here for almost 3 years already. Too bad I was only able to get my car on the road for 2...count them 2, Club events. Discraceful, absolutely discraceful. Never the less, I am to report to Lakenheath Royal Air Force Base, England by Feb 28, 2011. Talk about cool!! Not sure what I'll do with the car while I'm gone but I'll figure something out.

The Sad · « **Reply #1 on:** September 02, 2010, 07:56:11 am »

Wow, that sounds like an adventure! Best of luck!

Sweet_SS · « **Reply #2 on:** September 02, 2010, 01:08:34 pm »

Sounds like its going to be a great experience.

kagato · « **Reply #3 on:** September 03, 2010, 12:44:32 am »

Nice! England is on my list of places i want to live in my lifetime!

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #4 on:** September 03, 2010, 01:14:07 pm »

I'm really looking forward to it. I can't wait to get there! lol I wonder if they have any F-Body clubs in England?

j555 · « **Reply #5 on:** September 03, 2010, 05:50:29 pm »

I've seen tons of videos from europe, there are a few who rule the streets in f-bodys, good luck.

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #6 on:** September 04, 2010, 12:00:42 am »

I found a ''Pontiac Owners Club of England''. They do shows and meets all year round every month.

DaBo_Z28 · « **Reply #7 on:** September 06, 2010, 04:50:34 pm »

Helping Lookin for a garage to store the car !!!

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #8 on:** September 07, 2010, 04:40:06 am »

Thanks, I appreciate that. I am also contemplating just selling it and getting another when I get back.
I would love to take it with me however, I dont know if I can get it to pass their safety check. My e-brake hs never worked and my brakes are harder to engage at idle thanks to the lower vacuum of my larger cam.

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #9 on:** September 07, 2010, 04:41:11 am »

The third option of course, is parking it for 4+ years. ugh

DaBo_Z28 · « **Reply #10 on:** September 08, 2010, 08:10:07 pm »

The car is like another kid to you I bet youll be sorry if you sell it

The Sad · « **Reply #11 on:** September 09, 2010, 07:45:56 am »

Just park it for 4 yrs I would say. Do some research on the best way to set it up for long term storage.

Sweet_SS · « **Reply #12 on:** September 09, 2010, 02:21:05 pm »

I would either keep the battery on a battery tender, or just undo the negative cable. Also, leave a 1/4 tank of gas in it, and use some stabilizer. I would also jack it up and either leave it, or take the tires off so they don't go flat with a flat spot. But I agree with the above, do some research on this lenght of time.

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #13 on:** September 10, 2010, 07:08:40 pm »

well, I've found a few places for storage but for indoor and climate controlled I am looking at near $100 a month. I dont know if I can justify what will be more than $4000 to let he car sit for 4 years with no garuantee that it will even fire up when I get back.

The Sad · « **Reply #14 on:** September 11, 2010, 06:47:43 pm »

Uh, why does it have to be climate controlled? Your garage isn't is it?

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #15 on:** September 11, 2010, 08:42:14 pm »

the onemy camaro is in isnt either and now its got mold all in it.

The Sad · « **Reply #16 on:** September 12, 2010, 10:30:53 am »

Put some desiccant packs in it?

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #17 on:** September 12, 2010, 12:21:31 pm »

I did, but 10 years is a long time.

The Sad · « **Reply #18 on:** September 12, 2010, 01:27:19 pm »

But you won't be in Europe for 10 yrs right? Only 4?

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #19 on:** September 12, 2010, 04:26:34 pm »

This is true. There is a chance I could extend for second 4 if the family and I really like it though.

BumpaD_Z28 · « **Reply #20 on:** September 13, 2010, 06:01:04 am »

Crazy ! the most active UFBA member is moving to Europe to watch TOP GEAR

...

Sell the car, the make yourself the monthly storage payment for the ENTIRE time you are gone ! When you get back :

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-PONTIAC-TRANS-AM-GTA-BLACK-FIREBIRD-5-7-LITER-/120620919990?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item1c15912cb6

No more carb issues for you

~DaVe

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #21 on:** September 13, 2010, 07:29:54 am »

Quote from: BumpaD_Z28 on September 13, 2010, 06:01:04 am

Crazy ! the most active UFBA member is moving to Europe to watch TOP GEAR ...

Sell the car, the make yourself the monthly storage payment for the ENTIRE time you are gone ! When you get back :

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1987-PONTIAC-TRANS-AM-GTA-BLACK-FIREBIRD-5-7-LITER-/120620919990?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item1c15912cb6

No more carb issues for you

~DaVe

LOL I've been thinking about that more and more...

Not too crazy about the digital dash, but otherwise I can't complain...thats a damn clean car.

angeldog777 · « **Reply #22 on:** September 15, 2010, 06:07:37 pm »

Good luck in England,
I saw your add on KSL, & car domain, looks like you've put alot into it.
Sorry that you have to sell it.
I have an 84 Recaro, looks alot like yours on the outside but mine is not running well yet
Also I work on the base too, as a civilian, & 9 years in the Air Force Reserves

Ozz1967 · « **Reply #23 on:** September 16, 2010, 11:48:00 pm »

Quote from: angeldog777 on September 15, 2010, 06:07:37 pm

Good luck in England,
I saw your add on KSL, & car domain, looks like you've put alot into it.
Sorry that you have to sell it.
I have an 84 Recaro, looks alot like yours on the outside but mine is not running well yet
Also I work on the base too, as a civilian, & 9 years in the Air Force Reserves

Thanks. We are really looking forward to it!

I dont' want to sell it, but it's the "thing to do" if I can. The money would be a great help in our move. However, I have to plan for the eventuality that it won't sell, so I need to resolve the issues it's got before we go so it can and will be a reliable daily driver. I work over in CMS. Look up "osterholt" in the global, I'm the only one in the AF.

So what's up with your car? Maybe we can compare notes. lol

angeldog777 · « **Reply #24 on:** September 17, 2010, 12:03:06 am »

I'm in 265, A-10's
I've had my 84 Recaro for about 3 years now, I've been gathering parts to get it back to original plus some performance upgrades.
I'm still looking to get a Quadra Jet Carb. someone put a Holley on it when I got it. I'll post some pic's soon.
Thx

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Author Topic: New Military Orders...It's been a fun 3 years, but I'll be leaving (Read 1688 times)